Latanoprost: Medicine To Treat High Pressure Inside The Eye - NHS

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Latanoprost - Brand names: Xalatan, Monopost

Find out how latanoprost treats high pressure inside the eye, and how to use it.

• About latanoprost
• Who can and cannot use it
• How and when to use it
• Side effects
• Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility
• Using latanoprost with other medicines and herbal supplements
• Common questions

Related conditions

• Glaucoma

Useful resources

• Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB): charity www.rnib.org.uk
• Glaucoma UK: charity glaucoma.uk